Rustic Crochet Tote Bag

Rustic Crochet Tote Bag Pattern

Materials:

• Natural jute twine (approximately 500g)
• Crochet hook size 5.0mm (H/8)
• Two brown leather straps with rivets
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle
• Measuring tape

Gauge:

12 stitches and 14 rows = 10cm x 10cm in single crochet

Abbreviations:

• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• sl st = slip stitch

Instructions:

Base:

1. Ch 40.
2. Round 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across, turn to work on the other side of the chain. Sc in each chain on opposite side, sl st to first sc. (78 sts)
3. Round 2-5: Ch 1, sc in each st around, sl st to first sc.

Body:

1. Round 6: Ch 1, sc in each st around, sl st to first sc.
2. Continue working in rounds of single crochet until the piece measures 30cm from the base.

Finishing:

1. Fasten off and weave in ends using the tapestry needle.
2. Attach leather straps to the top of the bag, using the rivets for secure attachment.

Your rustic crochet tote bag is now complete and ready for use!